Senior Cleaning Technician

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Medical aid

Training and certification

Paid annual leave

Professional growth culture

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Cleaning Technician in Sandton to lead advanced cleaning operations across diverse facilities. You will mentor junior cleaners, manage high‑standard cleaning tasks, and drive improvements in cleaning processes while ensuring hygiene and aesthetics meet exacting standards.

The role requires proven experience in professional cleaning, knowledge of safety regulations, and the ability to work independently and with a team in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in professional cleaning with focus on advanced techniques.
• Proven ability to train and guide team members.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and in a hybrid setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced and deep cleaning across diverse surfaces and environments.
• Train and mentor junior cleaning technicians on techniques, safety and efficiency.
• Oversee daily cleaning operations and ensure quality standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements for cleaning efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage inventory of specialized cleaning supplies and equipment and ensure proper storage.

Skills

Advanced cleaning techniques

Team mentoring

Health & safety compliance

Organizational skills

Independent & collaborative work

Tools

Specialized cleaning equipment

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Cleaning Technician to provide leadership and advanced cleaning services in Sandton . This role involves not only performing high-standard cleaning tasks but also mentoring junior staff and contributing to the optimization of cleaning processes. You will be a key player in ensuring that facilities meet impeccable hygiene and aesthetic standards, often handling specialized cleaning requirements. The successful candidate will demonstrate expertise, reliability, and a commitment to team development and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform advanced cleaning and deep cleaning tasks across a variety of surfaces and environments.
• Train and mentor junior cleaning technicians on proper techniques, safety, and efficiency.
• Oversee daily cleaning operations, ensuring quality standards are consistently met.
• Identify and implement process improvements for cleaning efficiency and effectiveness.
• Manage inventory of specialized cleaning supplies and equipment, ensuring proper storage and usage.
• Conduct quality checks and report on operational status and needs.

Requirements

• Significant experience in professional cleaning, with a focus on advanced techniques.
• Proven ability to train and guide team members.
• Knowledge of specialized cleaning equipment and chemicals.
• Strong understanding of health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid setting.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with hybrid work flexibility.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical aid.
• Opportunities for further training and certification.
• Paid annual leave.
• A culture that values expertise and professional growth.